Vocabulary Chapter 7&8
About this set
Created by:
smiliekylie19 on August 29, 2010
Subjects:
Classes:
TMHS PAPGEO, tmhs world geography, TMHS Pre AP English 1, TMHS PAP World History, TMHS PreAP English 2
Log in to favorite or report as inappropriate.
Order by
20 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 broach | to introduce |
| charlatan | a person who pretends to have a particular knowledge or skill |
| erudite | characterized by knowledge from books |
| etymology | the history of a word |
| extol | to praise highly |
| gratuitous | done without expectation of return |
| immutable | not capable of change |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |
| truism | an obvious truth |
| venerate | to regard with respect or admiration |
| absolve | to set free from consequences or guilt |
| antipathy | strong feelng against someone or something |
| antipodes | the parts of the earth directly opposite |
| indigent | poor, needy |
| infringe | violate, transgress |
| nettle | various coarse herbs; stinging and harsh |
| ostensible | shown outwardly |
| retroactive | intended to apply or fake affect |
| specious | having a false look of truth |
| subjugate | to force to submit to control |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.